Manipal, August 22, 2025: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shri Sode Vadiraja Matha Educational Institutions (SSVMEI) on August 22, 2025, at the Manipal campus. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in fostering collaborative excellence and strengthening the educational ecosystem in Karnataka.

The SSVMEI delegation was led by Dr. Radhakrishna S. Aithal, CEO, SODE Group of Educational Institutions, Udupi, accompanied by key institutional leaders, including Sri Rathnakumar, Secretary, Sri Sode Vadiraja Mutt Education Trust, Udupi; Dr. Thirumaleshwar Bhat, Principal, SMVITM, Bantakal, Udupi; Dr. Ravindra J, HoD-Physics, SMVITM Bantakal, Udupi; Dr. Sudarshan Rao, Dean (IQAC); and Dr. Sachin Bhat, Dean (R&C).

The MAHE delegation was represented by distinguished leadership, including Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro Chancellor, MAHE; Dr. P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE; Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor - Technology & Science, MAHE; Dr. Harish Kumar, Corporate Relations Director, MAHE; and Mr. Bharath Kumar, PR Director, MAHE.

The partnership is considered to create synergies across multiple academic domains, leveraging the strengths of both institutions to enhance educational delivery, research collaboration, and student exchange opportunities. This strategic alliance reflects both institutions' commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and their shared vision of transforming higher education in India.

Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor - Technology & Science, MAHE, emphasised the significance of the partnership, stating, "This collaboration with SSVMEI represents our commitment to building bridges across educational institutions that share our values of excellence and innovation. Together, we will create unprecedented opportunities for knowledge exchange, research collaboration, and student development that will benefit the entire academic ecosystem in Karnataka and beyond."

Dr. P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE, reflected on the partnership's potential impact, saying, "The signing of this MoU marks the beginning of a transformative journey for both institutions. Our collaborative efforts will not only enhance academic programs and research initiatives but also create a robust network of educational excellence that will serve as a model for institutional partnerships across India. We are excited about the possibilities this alliance will unlock for our students and faculty."

The MoU establishes a framework for comprehensive collaboration encompassing academic program development, faculty and student exchange, joint research initiatives, resource sharing, and knowledge transfer across various disciplines. This partnership is particularly significant given both institutions' strong track records in engineering, technology, and applied sciences.